Discouraging
Yes, discouraging is a valid Scrabble word. It has 12 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does discouraging mean?
adjective
- depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
where never is heard a discouraging word
- expressing disapproval
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 12 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 7 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of discouraging
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DISCOURAGING.
Words you can make from discouraging
Frequently asked questions
Is discouraging a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Discouraging is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is discouraging worth in Scrabble?
Discouraging is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does discouraging mean?
Discouraging means: depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action.